Infant and Children's Oral Health

Dietary Habits and Oral Health

A good diet is important for a child's growth and development and for keeping their body healthy. Their teeth, bones and soft tissues of the mouth will also benefit from a well-balanced diet. Eating regular nutritious meals and limiting between meal snacks, helps prevent decay and forms lifelong habits for good oral health and overall general health.

Introduce children to a variety of foods from the five major food groups – fruits and vegetables, breads and cereals, milk and dairy products and meat, fish and eggs to get important vitamins, especially calcium

Encourage healthy snack choices such as raw vegetables, fresh fruits, cheese, popcorn and sugar-free beverages instead of sticky, long lasting carbohydrates such as lollipops and sodas